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‘Kung Fu Stuntmen: Never Say No!’ say YES to Well Go USA’s Hi-YAH! streaming service!

Sammo Hung, Donnie Yen, Yuen Woo-ping, Tsui Hark any many more iconic names of Hong Kong action cinema will be featured in a New Chinese documentary titled Kung Fu Stuntmen: Never Say No!, which is headed to the U.S. in April by way of Well Go USA’s Hi-YAH! streaming service! John Wei, the director of Kung Fu Stuntmen: Never Say No!, had this to say: “Many legendary stuntmen live hard lives and … Continue reading

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Michelle Yeoh and Daniel Wu team up with ‘Shang-Chi’ director for the Disney+ Series ‘American Born Chinese’

"American Born Chinese" Graphic Novel

Hong Kong stars Michelle Yeoh (Boss Level, Master Z: The Ip Man Legacy, Yes, Madam) and Daniel Wu (Sky on Fire, The Last Supper) are teaming up with director Destin Daniel Cretton (Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings) for the Disney + series, American Born Chinese. The upcoming series also stars Ben Wang (Chang Can Dunk), Yeo Yann Yann (Rubbers), Chin Han (Mortal Kombat reboot), Ke Huy Quan … Continue reading

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88 Films reveals more titles for 2022: Mark Dacascos, Jackie Chan, Jimmy Wang Yu, Shaw Brothers and more!

The UK-based company (with certain titles now hitting the U.S.) has announced a load of New Blu-ray/4k releases. Details are coming in bits ‘n pieces, but here’s their full upcoming Asian/martial arts film release schedule (so far) for 2022.

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Half a Loaf of Kung Fu | Blu-ray (88 Films)

Half a Loaf of Kung Fu | Blu-ray (88 Films)

RELEASE DATE: May 15, 2022 Later this year, 88 Films will be releasing a Blu-ray (Region B) for Jackie Chan’s first ever “comedy” kung fu film, Half a Loaf of Kung Fu. This 1978 oddity comes from director Chan Chi Hwa, who helmed Jackie’s Snake and Crane Arts of Shaolin (1978) and Shaolin Wooden Men (1976). The film marks the first time Lo Wei’s production company let Jackie have creative control … Continue reading

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Deal on Fire! Air Strike | Blu-ray | Only $9.99 – Expires soon!

Air Strike | Blu-ray (Lionsgate)

Today’s Deal on Fire is the Blu-ray for Air Strike, a Chinese-produced World War II film directed by Xiao Feng (Hushed Roar). The film is also known as Unbreakable Spirit and/or The Bombing. Air Strike features an all-star, international cast that includes Bruce Willis (Last Man Standing), Nicholas Tse (The Viral Factor), Song Seung-Heon (A Better Tomorrow), William Chen (Triad), Liu Ye (Police Story 2013), Adrien Brody (Dragon Blade), Fan Bing Bing (The White Haired Witch of Lunar Kingdom) … Continue reading

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Watch the New Trailer for Nino Brocka’s 1982 Tagalog cult thriller ‘Cain and Abel’ releasing in February

Cain and Abel | Blu-ray (Vinegar Syndrome)

On February 22, 2022, Vinegar Syndrome/Kani Releasing is releasing the Blu-ray for Nino Brocka’s 1982 Tagalog thriller, Cain & Abel (aka Cain at Abel). A limited edition embossed slipcover (designed by Tony Stella), limited to 1,500 units, will be available through Vinegar Syndrome. Official details: Named after Yasujiro Ozu’s custom-made, tatami-level, crab-like tripod, Kani is a new home video label dedicated to leveling the gaze and furthering the understanding of Asian cinema … Continue reading

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More Vincent Zhao ‘n Mulan, another Raid and a big ass snake! Here’s what’s on Hi-YAH for the month of February!

Hi-YAH!, Well Go USA’s very own Asian/martial arts streaming channel has just announced their New Release line up for the month of February, which includes a New title added to Hi-YAH! every Friday. And don’t forget, you can try it out for FREE for 7-days! Read on for the full list of New and Exclusive titles: February 4 | Fearless Heroes S01 E11 – In Fearless Heroes, Vincent Zhao (God of War, … Continue reading

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New Blu-ray for Sam Peckinpah’s 1975 actioner ‘The Killer Elite’ starring James Caan and Robert Duvall coming in May

In May 10, 2022, Ronin Flix will be releasing a Special Edition Blu-ray for The Killer Elite, a 1975 thriller from legendary action director Sam Peckinpah (Straw Dogs, The Wild Bunch). The film stars James Caan (The Godfather), Robert Duvall (The Godfather II), Arthur Hill (Harper), Bo Hopkins (Midnight Express), Mako (The Big Brawl), Burt Young (Rocky), Gig Young (Game of Death) and George Cheung (Rush Hour). Friends George Hansen (Duvall) and … Continue reading

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Bob Wall: August 2, 1939 – January 2022

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The 8 Diagram Pole Fighter | Blu-ray (Arrow Video)

RELEASE DATE: April 5, 2022 On April 5, 2022, Arrow Video will be releasing the Blu-ray for Lau Kar-leung’s 1983 classic The 8 Diagram Pole Fighter. They’ll also be releasing an Arrow Store U.S. Exclusive version of the film, featuring original Theatrical Artwork. Official details: After one of its lead actors (cherub-faced action icon Alexander Fu Sheng) unexpectedly died midway through production, master director Lau Kar-leung (The 36th Chamber of … Continue reading

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Dreadnaught | Blu-ray (Eureka)

RELEASE DATE: April 25, 2022 On April 25, 2022, Eureka is releasing the Blu-ray (Region B) for the 1981 Yuen Woo-ping kung fu classic, Dreadnaught. The film stars Yuen Biao (Knockabout), Leung Kar Yan (My Life’s on the Line), Kwan Tak Hing (The Skyhawk), Yuen Shun Yee (Dance of the Drunken Mantis), Philip Ko (Final Run) and Lily Li (Daggers 8). Official details: Directed by legendary action choreographer Yuen Woo-ping … Continue reading

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Knockabout | Blu-ray (Eureka)

RELEASE DATE: April 25, 2022 On April 25, 2022, Eureka is releasing the Blu-ray (Region B) for the 1979 Sammo Hung kung fu classic, Knockabout. The film stars Yuen Biao (Circus Kids), Lau Kar Wing (Dirty Tiger, Crazy Frog), Sammo Hung (God of War) and Leung Kar Yan (The Victim). Official details: Another fast and furious kung fu comedy classic directed by Sammo Hung (The Millionaires’ Express), Knockabout features a cast of … Continue reading

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Significant Differences Between Online and Offline Casinos

Gambling has been a significant aspect of human culture since the dawn of time when people gamble on different activities. For many years up to date, the face of gambling has drastically changed with people investing in the industry through casinos. Modern ages have seen the birth of gambling houses known as casinos, where people go to enjoy the practice of gambling. Casinos have the best features of gambling games … Continue reading

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New Trailer for ‘New Kung Fu Cult Master’ starring Donnie Yen, Louis Koo, Raymond Lam, Alex Fong and Jade Leung

A remake/reboot/sequel of director Wong Jing’s 1993 Jet Li film, Kung Fu Cult Master, appropriately titled New Kung Fu Cult Master 1, will soon see the light of day from Wing Jing himself, and his frequent collaborator, co-director Keung Kwok Man (the upcoming Queen of Triads 2). The upcoming film stars Raymond Lam (P Storm), Janice Man (Nessun Dorma), Sabrina Qiu (Chasing the Dragon II: Wild Wild Bunch), Alex Fong (Double … Continue reading

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Seobok: Project Clone | Bu-ray | Well Go USA

Seobok: Project Clone | Bu-ray | Well Go USA

RELEASE DATE: February 15, 2022 On February 15, 2022, Well Go USA will be releasing the Blu-ray & DVD for Seobok: Project Clone (read our review), a 2021 South Korean thriller from director Lee Yong-Joo (Possessed). Read the official details below: Min Gi-heon is an ex-agent of the intelligence agency, and Seo Bok is the first human clone created through stem cell cloning and genetic engineering. He possesses the secret for … Continue reading

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